A MAN is wanted by police in connection with an attempted arson.

Brett Coe-Quainton, 24, is wanted after failing to attend a court hearing in June.

Police also want to speak to him in connection with an attempted arson at an address on Ensign Drive in Gosport on Saturday, July 15.

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In a statement, a spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “Officers have followed various lines of enquiry to locate him, and we are now turning to the public for assistance.

“Coe-Quainton is described as being 5ft 9ins tall, of slim build and with dark brown hair. He has connections to Gosport, Fareham, Portsmouth and Winchester.”

They added: “If you have seen him, or know where he is, please call 999 quoting reference 44230284030. Alternatively, you contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form.

“We would like to remind people that anyone found to be harbouring Brett to deliberately obstruct our attempts to locate him may be committing an offence and be liable for arrest themselves.”